FAQ What is FOCUSED Ministries, Inc.? A ministry dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young girls who have been abused, neglected, and are looking for a better life. What qualifies us? We are certified and highly qualified individuals who love God and want to help others reach their highest potential in spite of their obstacles. How long can I stay? The length of your stay is based on your need. We, as a team will determine that, reexamine, and move forward. What communities do you serve? Including, but not limited to, OUR MISSION We provide girls a safe, Christcentered residence where they will heal, grow, develop, and become the women God created them to be. OUR VISION To provide a residential facility where girls ages 13-18 will receive Biblical instruction, Christian counseling, vocational training, social/emotional support, and educational assistance. Evanston, Skokie, Chicago, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Des Plaines, Park Ridge, Niles.   FOCUSED Ministries, Inc. TM Focusing On Christ Until Spiritual Excellence is Demonstrated Proverbs 4:25-27 Hebrew 12:1-2   FOCUSED Ministries, Inc. TM P.O. Box 746 Morton Grove, IL 60053 For more information, go to our website www.focused-ministries.org or email us at [email protected]. Providing residential & support services to girls ages 13-18. Our Core Values FOCUSED Ministries, Inc. is a faith-based, We are FOCUSED Non-profit organization designed to enhance the on the Word of God. lives of abused girls, teen mothers, and wards of the We are PASSIONATE about sharing the love of God with others. We are COMMITTED to the task and challenge of making a difference in the lives of young girls. We are EXCITED about fulfilling God’s purpose in our community.   Development Phases Phase I a) Mentor program development – Girls FOCUSED b) Fundraising projects (on-going) c) Community awareness campaign Phase II Acquisition of property / Construction Phase III Educational / Community center state. We believe that through the Word of God, hearts will be healed, lives transformed, and families restored. In a structured environment, participants will have the opportunity to: ² Engage in positive self-discovery with trained staff to set personal & vocational goals, ² Participate in daily academic study and tutoring sessions, ² Increase their knowledge of God in daily Bible studies, ² Develop marketable vocational skills, Improve social and decision making skills, ² With the support and expertise from qualified professionals and volunteers.   From the heart of the President & CEO of FOCUSED Ministries, Inc. Greetings to each of you! As you read through the information in this brochure, I want you to know that the mission and vision of FOCUSED Ministries, Inc. has come as a result of 20 years of prayers, experience, and desire. I, along with the members of the Governing Board of Directors & the Executive Team believe our core values express our heart in wanting to create an environment for girls to be able to thrive in and reach their highest potential. Our relationship with God, experience with the Word of God, and our experience in working with children and youth are our highest qualifying attributes toward the success of this ministry. Let us join together with you and your family and move forward! Staying FOCUSED, Trisha J. Baker